Supply Chain Manager

BioSpace; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi is seeking a Supply Chain Manager in Framingham, MA to lead North America external manufacturing SCM activities for a diverse product portfolio. You will plan production, manage inventory, and coordinate with CMOs to ensure continuous supply and on-time delivery.

The role requires 5+ years in pharma supply chain, a Bachelor's degree, and experience with SAP and Kinaxis, with strong collaboration skills to drive end-to-end planning and optimize performance and costs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical supply chain manufacturing or packaging across dosage forms.
• Experience in Lean methodologies preferred.
• Experience in end-to-end business processes including Master Data Management, Material Planning, and Supply Planning.

Responsibilities

• Supply & inventory management: ensure continuous product supply from NA subcontractors while optimizing inventory levels.
• Establish production plans, issue supplier orders, and ensure timely delivery.
• CMO relationship management: manage costs, relationships, and conduct quality business reviews.
• Strategic planning & project leadership: plan/direct supply chain activities for CMOs and Sanofi sites and support new product launches.

Skills

5+ years experience

Lean methodologies

Collaboration

Influencing skills

Motivational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Kinaxis

Job description

About The Job

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for management of Supply Chain activities associated with all North America Gen Med External Manufacturing activities. Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, youll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster.

Job title

Supply Chain Manager

• Location: Framingham, MA

About Sanofi

Were an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving peoples lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system and innovative pipeline enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve peoples lives.

About You

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical Supply Chain manufacturing OR packaging across various dosage forms, including sterile products, medical devices (electronics and molding), biotechnology or technical project management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Multi-faceted industry experience in Supply Chain planning and operations
• Exposure to Lean methodologies
• Proficiency in core system functionality (SAP and Kinaxis)
• Experience in end-to-end business processes, including Master Data Management, Material Planning, and Supply Planning
• Strong collaboration, influencing, and motivational skills

Main Responsibilities

Supply & Inventory Management:

• Ensure continuous product supply from North American subcontractors while optimizing inventory levels.
• Establish production plans, issue orders to suppliers, and ensure timely delivery.
• Resolve production challenges including prioritization and scheduling issues.

CMO Relationship Management

• Manage Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO) costs and overall relationships.
• Conduct Quality Business Reviews and monthly inventory reconciliations.
• Oversee contract, relationship, and financial performance management in collaboration with Procurement.
• Resolve and settle contractual issues in conjunction with Global Purchasing representatives.

Strategic Planning & Project Leadership

• Plan and direct all Supply Chain activities for CMOs, applicable Sanofi Industrial sites, and Country Affiliates for North American and Rest of World (ROW) commercial products.
• Lead and support projects for the General Medicines External Manufacturing North America Portfolio.
• For new product launches, manage all Supply Chain activities to ensure manufacturing capability and support product growth.

Performance & Financial Oversight

• Accountable for reporting Supply Chain KPIs.
• Support Global Purchasing representatives in negotiating new or renewed supplier contracts.
• Assist in managing Profit & Loss, project budgets, and expenses for externally produced products.

Why Choose Us

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether its through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks gender-neutral parental leave.
• Shape the future of medicine and vaccine delivery with cutting-edge technology, ensuring seamless launches and a resilient global supply.
• Grow, thrive, and make an impact in a workplace that empowers you to bring your best self every day, with pride.
• Develop new skills, explore cross-functional roles, and work in an environment that values growth and discovery.

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.